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Lessons Learned at IACC 2024

Smart Meetings

Luxury language and presentation tips IACC 2024 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey was centered around empowering attendees to be seen, heard and respected as they drive their careers forward as leaders in the meetings and events industry. Lots of “E” words were standing out in the word cloud. The largest word was “empower.”

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IACC Set Sights on Creative Innovation During Knowledge Exchange

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Annual conference center gathering in Durham addressed staffing, sustainability and collaboration A nine-year average drop in the age of the meeting/hospitality professional since the start of the pandemic translates into a loss of nine years of collective knowledge. Knowledge is what helps you handle the unexpected,” he said.

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Smart Moves in Rancho Mirage, Atlantic City and More

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Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. She has previously been executive director of Sumba Hospitality Foundation in Indonesia, F&B manager for Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, conference services manager for Riviera Palm Springs and more.

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What’s on the Menu for 2022?

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The folks at MeetingsNet’s sister publication, Catersource, have pulled together the food-and-beverage trends that chefs are talking about for 2022, from global food fusions to yuzu vinagarette. Gallery Slide description: Global food fusions are nothing new, but look for some especially exciting flavor combinations in 2022.

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When Venues Reopen, How to Know They’re Safe

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Kenneth Bickerton is vice president of industrial hygiene and safety for Phase Associates LLC , a New Jersey-based consultancy for environmental, occupational health and safety challenges. asks Tina McLaughlin, CMP, senior director of operations for American Express Meetings & Events. “Is

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Smart Moves in Bonita Springs, Cancun and More

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Fontainebleau Las Vegas named Yousfi its senior vice president of sales, catering and conference services. Cartwright is sales and events manager at Fort Worth Convention Center (FWCC). MC&A , the leading destination and event management specialist based in Honolulu, promoted Gold to vice president of sales and industry relations.

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Smart Moves in Bonita Springs, Cancun and More

Smart Meetings

Fontainebleau Las Vegas named Yousfi its senior vice president of sales, catering and conference services. Cartwright is sales and events manager at Fort Worth Convention Center (FWCC). MC&A , the leading destination and event management specialist based in Honolulu, promoted Gold to vice president of sales and industry relations.